Indian Air Force

The Indian Air Force has shared a video of its marching contingent showcasing precise drill movements on the Avenues des Champs Elysées towards the BastilleDay parade. Squadron Leader Sindhu Reddy, an Mi-17 pilot who has also flown light choppers, is the IAF contingent commander.

Sources tell Asianet Newsable that among the proposals under deliberation is the need to incorporate 50 per cent of Agniveers into our organization on a permanent basis, aiming to address the decreasing manpower levels within the armed forces. Besides, there is also the proposal to increase the maximum age bar to 23 years.

Bastille Day:The connection between Indian and French forces traces its roots back to World War I. During the war, over 1.3 million Indian soldiers took part, with approximately 74,000 bravely fighting in the treacherous trenches and making the ultimate sacrifice. Tragically, another 67,000 soldiers were wounded in action

The leaders of the United States and India have signed deals to speed upcooperation in the defence industry. This could include making General Electric F414 Engines for future aircraft together. And Bengaluru is turning into the hub for manufacturing jet engines, says Girish Linganna.

Harish Chander Sircar was the first and senior-most officer commissioned in the IAF on 8 October 1932. More dubiously, he also holds the record for the first to be dismissed from service in March 1935. IAF historian Anchit Gupta narrates the story of the officer, who had several firsts to his name

This MOU signifies a crucial milestone as it outlines plans for the joint production of fighter jet engines dedicated to serving the Indian Air Force. The press release from GE emphasizes the importance of this collaboration in expanding defence cooperation between India and the United States. Girish Linganna reports

It’s the ninth edition of International Day of Yoga and the event is being celebrated across the world with much enthusiasm.Personnel from the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force also joined in by conducting yoga sessions.

The SkyGuardian and SeaGuardian are two variants of the MQ-9B UAV. The MQ-9B Sea Guardian has been used by the Indian Navy for reconnaissance and surveillance in November 2020 following a border standoff with China in eastern Ladakh. Girish Linganna explains

The measure is aimed at enhancing cooperation and coordination among the three branches of the armed forces. This new system will be implemented starting from September-October 2023

'When you are in defence, you are one. People don’t form their groups based on religions, communities, or sects. When you wear the uniform, you are all the same. The uniform is to establish uniformity...'NDA best cadet and President's Gold medal winner Afrid Afroz reflects on his mission to become a fighter pilot.